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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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